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Market Segments
Enterprise (41.8% of reviews)
Small-Business (46.3% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
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1,869.00
MATLAB
Star Rating
(766)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (41.8% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about MATLABNI Multisim
Star Rating
(41)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (46.3% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
1,869.00
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- G2 reviewers report that MATLAB excels in overall user satisfaction, boasting a significantly higher G2 Score compared to NI Multisim. Users appreciate its robust capabilities for numerical computation, with one reviewer highlighting its "powerful" features for matrix and numerical analysis, making complex tasks more intuitive.
- Users say that MATLAB's implementation process is smooth and user-friendly, with many praising its multiple toolboxes that simplify data analysis and modeling. This ease of use is contrasted with NI Multisim, where some users find the interface less intuitive, despite its strengths in circuit design.
- According to verified reviews, MATLAB's recent user feedback emphasizes the accuracy and stability of its simulations, which instills confidence in results for engineering tasks. In comparison, while NI Multisim is noted for its circuit design capabilities, users have reported fewer recent reviews, indicating a potential gap in current user experiences.
- Reviewers mention that MATLAB's integration capabilities are a strong point, allowing seamless collaboration across various tools. This is particularly beneficial for users engaged in complex projects, whereas NI Multisim users appreciate its project syncing feature, which allows access from multiple locations, though it may not match MATLAB's overall integration depth.
- Users highlight that MATLAB's support quality is commendable, with a score reflecting its responsiveness and helpfulness. In contrast, while NI Multisim also receives positive feedback for support, it does not quite reach the same level of user satisfaction, suggesting room for improvement in this area.
- G2 reviewers note that MATLAB is favored by enterprise users, making it a strong choice for larger organizations, while NI Multisim is more popular among small businesses. This distinction may influence buyers based on their organizational size and specific needs, with MATLAB offering a more comprehensive solution for complex engineering tasks.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
MATLAB
No pricing availableNI Multisim
Multisim™ Base
1,869.00
- Recommended for basic circuit design
- Includes 47,000+ manufacturer-verified components and models
- Includes Multisim Live™ Premium access (with active SSP)
Free Trial
MATLAB
No trial information availableNI Multisim
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.0
672
8.6
37
Ease of Use
8.3
681
8.6
37
Ease of Setup
8.6
83
Not enough data
Ease of Admin
8.4
41
Not enough data
Quality of Support
8.6
625
8.3
33
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.4
38
Not enough data
Product Direction (% positive)
8.8
670
8.6
34
Features by Category
Design
Not enough data
7.8
12
Not enough data
9.2
13
Tools
Not enough data
6.7
7
Not enough data
8.5
10
Library
Not enough data
8.3
12
Platform
Not enough data
8.1
12
Not enough data
8.0
9
Customization
Not enough data
8.5
8
Not enough data
7.9
8
Design
8.4
147
8.1
6
8.2
164
8.8
8
8.1
166
8.5
9
8.0
141
Not enough data
Tools
8.4
127
Not enough data
8.5
150
Not enough data
8.4
132
Not enough data
Work
8.8
159
Not enough data
8.9
161
Not enough data
8.7
145
Not enough data
8.3
135
Not enough data
8.4
141
8.9
6
Environment
8.4
163
9.3
7
8.7
162
8.6
7
8.4
138
9.7
5
8.8
177
9.0
7
System
8.5
75
Not enough data
Model Development
8.5
96
Not enough data
8.6
94
Not enough data
9.0
107
Not enough data
8.6
98
Not enough data
Model Development
8.7
79
Not enough data
Machine/Deep Learning Services
8.7
90
Not enough data
8.3
78
Not enough data
8.2
76
Not enough data
8.6
91
Not enough data
Machine/Deep Learning Services
8.5
69
Not enough data
8.7
77
Not enough data
Deployment
8.4
82
Not enough data
8.7
93
Not enough data
8.4
93
Not enough data
Generative AI
8.0
14
Not enough data
8.3
14
Not enough data
7.5
14
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Data Science and Machine Learning Platforms
8.7
10
Not enough data
8.7
10
Not enough data
7.8
10
Not enough data
9.0
10
Not enough data
7.8
10
Not enough data
7.7
10
Not enough data
8.0
10
Not enough data
Data Transformation
8.7
73
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
45
|
Verified
Not enough data
Connectivity
8.3
47
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
50
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.4
60
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.3
52
|
Verified
Not enough data
Operations
9.1
75
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.9
68
|
Verified
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.8
60
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.8
37
|
Verified
Not enough data
Building Reports
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Platform
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
MATLAB and NI Multisim are categorized as Simulation & CAE
Unique Categories
MATLAB is categorized as Big Data Analytics and Data Science and Machine Learning Platforms
NI Multisim is categorized as PCB Design
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
MATLAB
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
NI Multisim
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Higher Education
15.5%
Research
12.8%
Computer Software
6.9%
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
6.7%
Education Management
6.3%
Other
51.9%
Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
29.3%
Research
9.8%
Information Technology and Services
9.8%
Higher Education
9.8%
Medical Devices
4.9%
Other
36.6%
Alternatives
Discussions
Any good website to discuss about the matlab programming?
3 Comments
TD
Mathworks site would be better place since it's the official website of the producers of the matlabRead more
Can I use Matlab for free?
3 Comments
PC
You can use the trial version of MATLAB for free. Also, if you pursue any online courses e.g. from coursera, they allow you to use MATLAB for free for the...Read more
Is it possible to check the output of Simulink terminal if I am not keeping a scope?
2 Comments
MA
Yes, If you prepared from the beginning "to work space" block for all the Simulink model. You can view any variable you want. Read more
What is NI Multisim used for?
1 Comment
HD
NI Multisim is used for designing, simulating, and analyzing electronic circuits. It allows engineers and educators to create both analog and digital circuit...Read more
NI Multisim has no more discussions with answers
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